ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

fanless operation

compact form factor

limited storage capacity

basic processor performance

no backlit keyboard

low-resolution display

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

ample storage options

solid build quality

decent processor performance

mediocre battery life

no backlit keyboard

heavy design

limited graphics capability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.6 cm x 19.33 cm x 1.69 cm 39.9 cm x 27.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 990 g 2.04 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Star grey Arctic grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 60% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, glare, Tru2Life Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 5425U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.3 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 12.3 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Education Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features System password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.586 W/kg (body), 0.586 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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